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GRAHAM CITY SUN - AOCAF Coverage
Novas Tumble Against TMK
Rachel Masters
KRYTENIA - After an incredibly successful World Cup, everyone had high hopes for the U-21 squad and their chances in the AOCAF. Well, after today, those expectations have to be dampened a little. After playing an excellent first half, the Novas got a little lazy and two incredibly lucky TMK shots managed to get past keeper Gary Rackham. After the game, manager Casey Dellet was at a loss. "I don't understand what happen to our players out there. It's like someone tied an albatross to their legs. It's far below any expectation I have for them." The game began well for the Novas after taking an early lead in the ninth minute. Attacking midfielders Jon Perry and Illia Mjenki swept down the wings on a counter attack, with Perry crossing the ball in the middle to Oliver MacGilvernock who shook the post. But Mjenki picked up the rebound and placed it expertly into the back of the net.
The Novas cemented their lead in the thirty-first minute with midfielder Tomas scoring off of a freekick about twenty yards away, curling it around the wall and into the net. But in the second half, it all just fell apart. The first blow came off of a chip into the box by a TMK midfielder that knuckled as it flew in and bounced off defender Julian Tanguay and into the net. After that bizarre goal, the life was sucked out of the Novas. The pace was gone, the life of the game, the flair normally provided by Tomas and Mjenki was simply gone. The final nail in the coffin was the punch out by Rackham which ricocheted off of an attacking TMK striker and into the net.
When asked about the line up for the next game, all Dellet at to say was, "It will change."
The Lowland Clans ..:: 2 - 2 ::.. The Mushroom Kingship |
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Az-cz Scroll
Krytenia
Il-Lur
Gnomes fall just short of stealing points from Starblaydia
In a very difficult way to open the AOCAF the Gnomes played their coaches host country and close football rivals, the powerful Starblaydia. The Gnomes were basically the equal of the Starblaydian side. But the Purple Power showed it's composure and skill in finding a way to slip past the Gnomes in a close 1-0 loss.
The Gnomes came out quickly. Their insider knowledge of the Starblaydian squad looked to be paying off. Pizelkaxrovsky was dissecting the Starblaydian defense and Kn-Dg, Levesque and Stanleyinho all had great chances to put the Pink & Green ahead, with Kn-Dg even putting one off the post. But Jiino Graikalonii was up to the challenge and really held the Gnomes attack at bay while the rawrcrush was adjusting.
After the opening thirty minutes they game really evened out with both teams making great plays in all three parts of the field. Despite the lack of goals it was a great match of two strong teams feeling each other out.
Things went to the half even and neither coach decided to make any subs. And things continued at a blistering pace in the second half. Despite the pace of the game neither set of players seemed to be particularly troubled and no Az-cz subs needed to be called in. Finally in the 83rd minute the Starblaydian familiar with the Gnomes struck back to send his league mates away disappointed. Durin Bazrimar, a star forward for Pizelkaxrovsky's Burlock Jesters. Sneaking through the defense he just fired a shot past Gn-Lg to give the win to Starblaydia.
After the game both teams mingled in a very friendly manner befitting the interweaved relationship of the two countries. Despite the result neither team has much reason to be disappointed. Starblaydia was the better side and deserved the win, but the Gnomes really put the pressure on.
Stats
Score Az-cz 0 Starblaydia 1
Az-cz Scorers
Shots Az-cz 13 Starblaydia 17
Possession Az-cz 52% Starblaydia 48%
Corners Az-cz 2 Starblaydia 3 |
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X-Treme Delesa Sports News
Krytenia - What happened? It was one of Delesa United's worst games in history after only arriving on the international scene only recently. A defeat this is sure to take a nasty blow to the numbers expected to watch the next United game. Milchama defeated United 2-1. Reporters questioned the Head Coach as the General Manager fleed the building with 5 minutes to go in the game.
"Well what can I say, Milchama didn't have more skill out there, but it was evident that the team didnt play to its full potential. Ummm. All I can really say is that the team had better show up in the next game, or I swear on my mothers grave, god bless her soul, I'll resign as Head Coach from United. BUT I will NOT take the fall for the team. I'm not the one playing out there with the ball, all I can do and did was show the players how to play and improve."
After that Liam stormed off to the locker room and the screaming he made was heard clear right through the door and was clearly scene on the players faces as they left to the awaiting bus. The game was a let down from the very begining. The Milchama horse men crushed United midfielder #2 Joseph-Marie Turpin, shattering his left leg, and was replaced by #18 Gerard Guillemot. But it didn't stop after that. The team continued to commit fouls that went uncalled by the blind and elderly referee, that looked more like he belonged in some old graveyard, 5 feet under. But no he was on the pitch and calling nothing. Soon enough in the 17 minute the bloody calvary of Milchama blasted past the regular human-being defence and drilled one past the keeper, Javier Topper. Well it was either that or suffer the same fate as Turpin and spend the rest of the competition in a hospital trying to save your leg, so that you might be able to play soccer again in 2-3 years. But then again, to no surprise in the 43 minute, the Milchama attackers sped past the United defence and sent another ball zipping past Javier. But that was it for Coach Liam. At half-time, the United defence came back out on the field armed with what seemed to be broom stick handles. In the 63 minute the Milchama horsemen attempted to once again, make there way past the defence, but Jason Clare led the counter attack and beat the legs out from underneath the horses but took it no further and lofted the ball up field where the quick strikers made swiss cheese of the Milchama defence, with Micheal McShane sent a lofted pass to Gerard Guillemot who volleyed a rocket into the top right hand corner, scoring his 3rd international goal for United. But the defenders quickly adapted to the United offence and cripled the operation, every time a striker recieved a ball he was either to give it up, or recieve a hoof in the face. But the Milchama forwards were unable to get past the armed and ticked CDU defence. May the United players never be forced to pull out the broom sticks again.
As for #2 Joseph-Marie Turpin, he is being flown back to the Delesaian doctors in St. Myhre, where his leg wil most likely be saved, but never returned to full strength, forcing him to retire from professional football. Maybe one day we might see him back on the international stage as a coach.
CDU(Commonweath Delesa United) Game Review; brought to you by Delesa West Trading Co.
11th Min - #2 Joseph-Marie Turpin Injury
11th Min - #2 Joseph-Marie Turpin sub off for #18 Gerard Guillemot
17th Min - Milchama Goal
43rd Min - Milchama Goal
63rd Min - CDU Goal #18 Gerard Guillemot
Final Score: 2 - 1 Milchama
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Jo-El: Joining us to talk about todays match our coach Hawdon and captain Nerazzuri.
Hawdon: Well it's a tough loss. To play with a team as good as them and lose near the end hurts, but we can't complain. It was a fair result. They showed their heart and ability. Losing the opener hurts but it's not the end of the road for us.
Az-cz reporter 1: Did you miss Zax-Im out there?
Hawdon: I want to say we didn't but of course we did. But that's not why we lost.
Az-cz reporter 2: Nerazzuri, how was being captain of basically the full squad.
Nerazzuri: Fine. It's not a big deal. Just went out their and played to the best of my abilities.
Frank Dee: Were you suprised by the Bazalonia score?
Hawdon: Of course some, but they're a fine squad. Quakmybush losing by five goals to anyone is a suprise but Bazalonia winning isn't.
Az-cz reporter 3: How does this loss effect your chances?
Hawdon: Well it does any with any margin of error. We basically need full points here on out. We just have to hope Starblaydia runs away with the group.
Az-cz reporter 4: What are your plans for the day off?
Hawdon: Relax and scout the opponents. Nothing much.
Az-cz reporter 5: Are you worried about your inability to score against Starblaydia?
Hawdon: Nope. It doesn't concern me. I've got faith in our ability to score. We just ran into a strong game from their keeper.
Az-cz reporter 6: Any plans for changes for the match against Bazalonia?
Hawdon: Nope.
Az-cz reporter 7: Are you ready to coach against your old team?
Hawdon: Yeah. Coach Khim handled it today and all be fine coaching against my old players. It's not an issue.
Az-cz reporter 8: Were you suprised that it was the -Leaguer who found the goal?
Nerazzuri: No. He's a fine player. He scores a lot in league with Pizelkaxrovsky in support. But him with talent surrounding and he's very dangerous.
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Manhattan Herald – 30th November 2006
Lloyd Hunter reports from AOCAF 17
AOCAF 17 Kicks Off; Manhattanites hold Dryads
Group A – Manhattan Prime 1:1 Myrtannia
L. Thompson - 80mins 15min
Manhattan Prime have kicked off their AOCAF 17 campaign in Krytennia with a gritty and determined draw against highly fancied Mrytannia.
Drawn in an tough group that includes the hosts Krtyennia, Mrytannia, Nojika and Lamoni, many pundits have already tipped Manhattan Prime to be on the first plane home, but the team have given themselves a valuable point in a tricky opening game.
The game started brightly, and the Dryads, known for their very attacking play, had an early goal inside 15 minutes, with a thunderous shot beating Hilton in the Manhattanite goal, who got a hand to it, but only succeeded in palming the bal into the net.
Myrtannia kept up the pressure, but conceding seemed to have spurred on the Manhattan players, and they fought doggedly – John Clarke was the hero of the first half having cleared the ball from the goal line with the Manhattanite keeper beaten. The first half ended 1-0, and the play seemed to be all one-way.
Manhattan Prime seemed revitalised by the half time break, and started putting together some clever moves of their own. Felix DaSilva made a mazy run into the opposing box on the hour mark, only to see his shot saved by the Dryads’ keeper.
Manhattan Prime were to get their reward for their determined play however, as right back Lucas Thompson netted a dramatic equaliser in the 80th minute of the game, rising above the Mrytannian defense with a powerful header from a Donavan corner.
This late equaliser seems to demoralise Myrtannia slightly, and although they strived for a late winner, Manhattan Prime was able to hold on for the vital point and the match ended 1-1.
The other game in the group saw the hosts beat Nojika 4-2 in Everton City.
Manhattan Prime Team:
Clive Hilton (GK)
Lucas Thompson (RB)
John Clarke (CB)
Karl Heinze (CB)
Hitoshi Akita (LB)
Tobias Rauss (MC)
Michael Donavan (MC)
Felix DeSilva (AML)
Mashashi Takamura (AMR)
Karl Brandt (S)
Yos*ito Katakana (S)
No subs used.
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Jino Catches Gnomes Fishing
"Feed Durin and he will score!"
Though Starblaydia's veteran defence was largely picked apart by a Gnomsh attack instigated by Khim Azanulbizarn's direction, the two youths charged with helping out the oldies - goalkeeper Graikalonii and defender Marrones - performed admirably to keep Az-cz's most talented squad at bay for ninety minutes. At the other end of the pitch it was a Dwarf who out-foxed Azanulbizarn's defensive plans, the -League's own Durin Bazrimar - of Burlock Jesters - breaching team-mate Pizelkaxrovsky's defensive line with seven minutes to go.
It's an opening day win for Starblaydia yet again in the AOCAF, a tournament they haven't won for twelve years. Not that twelve years without a win in something is a foreign concept to Starblaydi players, of course, but in the AOCAF's sixty-eight year history Starblaydia have five victorious championships to their name, more than anyone else. This tournament, under a new manager, is their first step towards extending that record with a magical sixth regional title.
Durin Bazrimar's seventh goal of his international career provided Starblaydia with their victory. Though all-time leading scorer Jackie Maitland was the player most defenders kept their eyes on, the markers she drew allowed Bazrimar to make some space for himself and found himself free in the area when her clever flick-on bounced at his feet. Bazrimar made no mistake and slotted it past the lunge of Gn-Lg for the first and only goal of the match. Starblaydia had allowed Az-cz a surprising amount of possession up until that point and though they strived for an equaliser, the white-and-purples held them off with excellent defending by young Betanii Marrones.
Rakkinen has made note that, if Starblaydia are performing well against Quakmybush on Matchday Two, some of the substitutes brought on will be the young players winning their first cap: Tiberius Costello (16), Lori Alvarez (17), Tommas Coalville (17) and Yuri Janizak (18) are all in the frame to make their senior débuts. Everything at the moment points to a top-of-the-table clash with Bazalonia on the final day of the Group Stage, though Hypocria will surely have a say in the final tally.
Final score from Mercia Stadium:
Starblaydia 1 - 0 Az-cz
(Bazrimar 83) - (None)
Next Match: Starblaydia Vs Quakmybush, MD2 |
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The Big Kickoff
Members of the Autocracy’s media corps descended on the Hyppos’ training camp outside Dereapolis in the hope of catching some sign of conflict between national coach and the nation’s new Director of Elite Football. But Javi Chavez was in Bromham, catching up on old friends as he scouted the match between Group D rivals Starblaydia and Az-Cz. While Marcus Baxter led his charges in a series of fairly relaxed training sessions as the men in blue and white enjoyed a rest day.
And an extra day’s preparation ahead of the tournament getting under way could be essential in what looks set to be a tough old challenge. In previous competitions the top three, or even four, in the group have advanced into the knockout rounds. But here in Krytenia there are just the two places up for grabs. And although the Hyppos are well placed as second sides there are some tricky opposition to overcome.
Group D
First up it’s Bazalonia. The BazaCubs have never really set the AOCAF alight but this year they're clearly out on a mission, as shown by their astonishing 6 - 0 opening day demolition of Quakmybush. They are a side with a losing record against the chaps from Verdana with one win to the Hyppos two in previous AOCAF meetings. But Bazalonia did record their win at AOCAF XIII, in Krytenia. And the group's early leaders are bang in form.
Then it’s the group’s bottom seeds Quakmybush, a side with which we’ve had no previous experience. But with that second place potentially going down to the wire three points against the unfancied Sharks is essential.
Because three points from matchday four can almost be ruled at from the get go. It’s ally against ally as Hypocria takes to the field against Starblaydia for the fourth time in the AOCAF. The record stands at two wins apiece but is possibly a little deceptive. Both Hyppo victories came courtesy of penalty shootouts while the Purple Peril enjoyed fairly comprehensive 3 - 0 and 4 - 1 wins. But the last time the sides met, at the Invitational in Andossa Se Mitrin Vega, the Men in Mauve scored five but the Hyppos replied with a shocking six!
Which leaves a nasty final day fixture against the Gnomes of Az-Cz, who have Starblaydi World Cup winning coach Khim Azanulbizarn masterminding their campaign. Perhaps Chavez, a member of that World Cup side, can shed some insight on his former national coach’s tactics. Any advantage would be good as this final group fixture could well decide who advances to the quarter finals. And as they showed against Starblaydia, the Gnomes are no pushovers.
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Dryads Reserves Struggle Against MP, Starting 11 Spend Day In Wrong City
It was a frustating day in Krytenia for the Myrtannia Dryads, who once again were lost in Krytenia during an AOCAF. Back in AOCAF XIII, the Dryads weren't even listed in the schedule, and were late for their first two matches. This time, the Dryads were put onto the wrong bus, which took the starting eleven away from the city where their tournament-opening match was scheduled. This meant that the leaders of the 'Strikers Squadron' weren't present for the match.
"What the *@#$# happened? It's like the Krytenians don't want us to be at our matches!" coach Rachell Gabino cursed as the bus driver helplessly attempted to get the team to the correct city on time.
Meanwhile, the reserve eleven managed to be directed to the right bus by the Krytenian officials, and unexpectedly took the pitch against the Manhattan Prime starters. Only one starting striker, Myong Tuman, appeared in the match, the only member of the listed starters to actually start or take the pitch. And she would be the only Dryad to score, as the reserves tried to adapt to starting at the AOCAF level.
Assistant coach Filiberto Nedina, a defensive specialist, took over duties as head coach. The usual Dryads fans were there, incredibly enthusiastic about the match, but seemed surprised at the starters' absence. When they finally were informed why, they booed and shouted some obscenities directed at those they held responsible for the transportation mixup.
Meanwhile, things seemd okay when Myong Tuman led a slightly reluctant Dryads side deep into Manhattan Prime's back third, and set up a play that had succeeded against higher-ranked sides in AOCAF XVI. This wasn't the same side that won four matches and drew once in the group stage in Lamoni, however. Tuman had to do it almost all by herself, faking out two Manhattanites in the process. She struck it hard into the goal for Myrtannia's only score of the match.
Seemingly encouraged, the Dryads pushed a bit more in the first half, but ultimately couldn't keep the pressure up. When the opposing side started to push back, defensive coach Nedina went back to what he knew best - defense. The Dryads spent the rest of the half and most of the second half playing conservative, ball-control defense rather than the Gabino attacking style. It cost the Dryads dearly, as eventually the starters of MP broke through.
"We had a rough time out there, but that's because of our reserves not having as much on-field experience as the Manhattan Prime starters," Nedina grumbled. The Dryads were held to just eight shots on goal in the second half, and eventually the MP side found a way in.
As Manhattan Prime pressed the attack, the Dryads' reserves seemed to regain their focus a bit, though, as they had some nice attempts on goal with those eight shots. However, it was on a play by Manhattan Prime's corner by Donovan that caught the reserve defense off-guard. It was not without controversy either - on the play before, the ball appeared to rebound off of a Manhattan Prime player. Despite a complaint by Nedina, the call stood, and Manhattan Prime took the corner. The ball soared into exactly the right spot for Lucas Thompson to put it in with a header.
Another crescendo of boos came from the Dryads Army, half of whom left after the play. Whether they were frustrated by the absence of their favorite players, or simply at the officiating, it was a bizzare sight. It takes a lot to make the rowdiest fans we've ever seen simply storm out in frustation.
Then again, it was a very frustrating day for the Dryads, who find themselves in position to gain the group's second seed in the Quarts, but without a win. Myrtannian fans should take heart to know that the MAFC has taken over transportation of the Dryads, and the starters will be present for the next match, against Lamoni. Coach Nedina, despite his frustration, did offer words of praise for the gutsy Manhattanites, though.
"They rose to the occasion and played some very nice football out there. This side might surprise a lot of people in this group if they play like that for the rest of the tournament," he said.
Myrtannia's match against the Hawks (0-0-0, 4th in Group A) will be their first at the AOCAF level since AOCAF XIII, also in Krytenia. Then, the Dryads lost 0-3 during their first AOCAF appearance. Now, led by the front line of Figary/Gabino/Rollock/Tuman/Miyagishima - AKA the Strikers Squadron, the Dryads look to reverse their fortunes after the frustrating draw with Manhattan Prime.
"We're going to practice for this match like it's the knockouts - that's how serious this is now. If we can't draw or beat Lamoni, we may as well punch our ticket home after the match. That's how good the competition is now," coach Gabino said at a press conference once the team bus finally arrived back at the hotel, "We're going to press the attack and keep attacking until we secure a win. The Dryads will not go home early this time."
She also reminded the press that Myrtannia started off each of the past three AOCAFs with draws, and made the knockouts in every one. Last AOCAF saw them draw and then win the rest of their matches to win the group. So drawing on day one is normal for Myrtannia.
In a parting shot, she also expressed dissapointment that the Krytenian offiicials had done away with the Round of 16, "It's sad that they felt the need to do that. I think the Round of 16 is a wonderful opportunity for more nations to gain experience."
Tune in tonight for what should hopefully be a win against our good friends, the Lamoni Hawks. AIR 4 has reported that over half of the seats in the stadium have somehow been procurred by the Dryads Army for the match, so it should get very loud.
Final Score: MYR 1 - 1 MP (Tuman 3', L.Thompson 80')
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I lost again??? argh, Krytenia how are you getting the scores? oh my god, im so glad this aint real life i would be off my rocker, I play alot of sports, biggest one is soccer, since I was a wee man... this is disappointing...
I mean lossing to Bettia is ok i guess under normal curcomstances, but man that game against Mil?  I donno what to do..... 
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Hawks reserve 11 lose by two to the Dryads
In a wierd match that saw the Lamonian reserve 11 facing off against the first line of the Myrtannian Dryads in what turned out to be a very lopsided affair. The reason why the Lamonian first line didn't take to the field? More on that later.
The match started off well enough for the Hawks, with Guy Tomes managing to score twenty minutes in on a deflection shot. The rest of the half was spent with each side attempting to feel out the other. Whatever the Myrtannians did during the half, it was effective, as the Lamonian reserve 11 were outplayed to the tune of three goals before the final gun sounded. This officially makes for the worst loss that the Lamonian AOCAF reserves have ever suffered.
Now we get to the reason that the Lamonian starting 11 never made it to the field in time for their first match of AOCAF XVII. As was reported for the Myrtannian Dryads in their first match, the Lamonian starting 11 were put on the wrong bus. After a long and confusing journey in a bus half filled with young Krytenian men and women, the bus finally reached the gates of the largest Krytenian naval base (place name witheld for national security reasons), just in time for the Krytenian Navy's basic training.
Star Forward Christian Ludlow takes it up from here: "It was very confusing. First we were taken to the naval base on that bus, and then there were lots of uniformed people making us run this way and that, waving forms in the air, and being very rude to us. I know that we weren't in our footballing uniforms, but this is ridiculous! We finally found out what was going on when we asked one of the people who had traveled with us on the bus; and then the confusion started to lift. When the Krytenians realized what had happened, they fell all over themselves in apology. I would like to think that they were embarrased that such a thing could happen. They managed to find us transportation back to the stadium, but by the time that we made it there, it was too late to do any good. The match had just ended by the time that we had reached the parking lot, but we didn't know it until we were met by Krytenian security gaurds who thought that we weren't part of the Lamonian AOCAF team. I'm surprised that we didn't get arrested for trespassing. The gaurds let us through when our reserve line spotted us, and allowed us through. I'm just hoping that something like THAT never happens to us again.
We hit the local bar after this long day, where the news of what had happened to us was being spread over the newscast that we caught on the bar's television. I think that that was what motivated the barkeep to give us free drinks, but I can't be sure. You can bet that the team will file a complaint to the Krytenian footballing authorities about this incident. Something like this should NEVER happen."
Lamoni - 1 Guy Tomes (20)
Myrtannia - 3 (80, 83, 84) |
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Blue Foxes open latest AOCAF with solid victory over Warriors
After bye day to open tourney, 1-0 win a 'motivating' result; senior squad prepares for the tilt match against Bettia
DAVISHAM, KRYTENIA (PSN) -- The Pacitalian Blue Foxes opened their 17th AOCAF championship with a solid 1-0 victory over Milchama's Warriors, sending a collective wave of relief through both the squad and its fans following a disastrous effort at the Four Nations Invitational in Liverpool England. Interim head coach Sergei Saganyarov took over from the deposed Lindifeu Zentrescu in late August and, following an 0-0-4 start to the FNI, the team recovered with two wins and two draws. Saganyarov, known for his temper, gave a livid response that was certainly an eyeopener to the team.
"I guess we'd gotten complacent with Zen," Foxes captain Veranace d'Amantano told reporters after tonight's victory, his 98th international cap. "He never raised his voice with us, it was more a quiet disappointment. And I suppose we responded to that with success, usually, but Sergei needed to state his position, that even if he's only here temporarily, you know he has to set the tone for this squad and keep us on the right track. It was definitely frightening to the younger members of the team, that's for sure."
Sergei's bellowing seemed to spark the Pacitalians to a great effort that, while not reflected in the scoreline, was acceptable to the interim head coach.
"These guys are well-known for saving their energy during the group stage," said Saganyarov, an Oceanian national, post-game. "They like to put in just enough effort to win so that, if they qualify, they don't get tired when the wins really count. I think the theory itself is sound, and it seems to have worked in practice. I'm glad my anger earned a response from the team but I would like to see some improvement on crossing and forward lobs."
Andreos Charisteas scored the Blue Foxes', and the game's, lone goal at the 57th minute, when he received an unfortunate rebound off the nose of Milchaman keeper Marcos Ollins. Charisteas calmly pocketed the second chance, sending it right of Ollins for the 1-0 lead, an advantage that held through the rest of the match. The Pacitalians dominated the style and tempo of the play all evening, so it was no surprise that Saganyarov was shocked by the low score.
"Well, they did play top-calibre football tonight," he added. "I was a bit surprised by the lack of goals tonight. We were all over them in much of the match's facets. Perhaps it was that ruddy horse, Rovers Return, scaring them off the box."
No doubt there was a bit of pre-match concern, and perhaps outrage from the fans, that the organisers and hosts had allowed a horse to participate, but nobody seemed to mind when the final score was up on the board. The Pacitalian chapter of the Society for the Prevention of Animal Cruelty says it will investigate the treatment of the horse and whether its participation violates any cruelty laws or conventions.
Next up, the Blue Foxes face the Delesa squad, who are still currently unable to comprehend how, as an unranked squad with no previous regional experience, they could have possibly lost to the second-best team in the region. The Warriors move on to face Demot, who are in their sophomore AOCAF.
From Davisham, Krytenia:
Pacitalia 1 : 0 Milchama
PAC: Charisteas 57'
MIL: None
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X-Treme Delesa Sports News
Krytenia -"*%@*&@*&%@*!*!(@^@(@^@ those *&^@)@(!^@*@%^#@*@ players*&^@(!%!(*!^@*@& game *&@^!(*@!^@&%@%#%!)!)&@^# officals (&@^@#(*^@(*^"
That was all that could me made out from Head Coach Liam O'Rielly. He stormed off the pitch in a mad furry and all that the press could get out of him as he walked past the reporters as he steped into his BMW and sped off right after the game. So instead we had to settle with the GM.
"Well what I have in my hand at this very moment is the offical document of Coach Liam's quiting as Head Coach of the National Delesa United Football team. But he plans to finish the competition, then after for better or worse will be steping down. But he says he is going to remain the semi-sucessful head coach of the St. Myhre Saints, as they won the Commonwealth Cup last year but are off to a weak season this year so far. So there will be a large United meeting to begin the search for the new head coach. But that will all happen after the competition.
Back to the game at hand. CDU got off to a quick start and scored in the opening 18th minute of play with a corner and a head to the left of the keeper, just out of hands reach. So from there one, the team slacked off and had it dished to them. In the 25 minute the Bettia offence came hard and fast, sweping past the CDU defence (notice speed is horrible to the defenders, something which the new coach might look at) and the offence scored top right hand corner, leaving no chance for the CDU keeper. In the 86 minute player #10 Dustin Lupton recieved a red card, when once again the stong offence of Bettia breaked past the CDU defence and talked the Bettia player from behind. From the kick the ball was lifted in the air, right onto a strikers head and flicked on to score, for which the United players couldn't come back from.
"It was a loss that was to be expected from a team that puts all its talent and players on offencive mind sets. But maybe the players and the coach learned or saw something that might break past the no defence thoughts of Bettia and win. Lord only knows." Was the GM's comment on the game. After that little uninspirational speech, he took a swig from a flask that was conciled in the managers pocket and was walked to his awaiting limo to be driven back to his expensive suite at the resort.
CDU Game Review; brought to you by Delesa West Trading Co.
18th Min - CDU Goal By #11 Fernando Kellett (Personal 29th Goal)
25th Min - Bettia Goal
86th Min - Red Card CDU #10 Dustin Lupton
87th Min - Bettia Goal
Final Score: 2 - 1 Bettia
This post has been edited by Delesa on Dec 1 2006, 12:31 AM |
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